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Rampila Restaurant and Wine bar
Start with a pre-dinner drink and a light bite at Rampila Restaurant and Wine bar. The impressive bastion setting is perfect for settling in while the city wakes up. Check that you arrive before 22:30.
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Walk 14 minutes ENE to The Upper Barrakka Gardens. This is your main stop. The gardens offer a jaw-dropping view of the Grand Harbour. Bring champagne if you like, or just find a quiet bench. The golden light hits the water and the fortifications beautifully around the key moment.
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End the walk with a cocktail at Cafe Society, just a 3-minute stroll away. It is the only queer bar in Malta and a great place to relax after the view. Guests spill out into the street in warmer months.
Local tip
The Upper Barrakka Gardens are busy with tour groups. Arriving an hour before the golden light helps you secure a good spot without the crush.
Check before you go
- Rampila Restaurant and Wine bar closes at 22:30.
- The Upper Barrakka Gardens are open during daylight hours.
- Cafe Society is open daily until 01:00.
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